Kanoon Smoked Meat & Steakhouse Restaurant

  4.6 – 1,177 reviews  $ • Halal restaurant

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Kanoon Smoke Meat & Steakhouse is a Palestinian family-owned restaurant proudly serving bold, authentic flavors with a Middle Eastern twist and a modern steakhouse touch. Opened in November 2024, we specialize in high-quality smoked meats, premium steaks, and carefully crafted dishes inspired by tradition and elevated by technique. At Kanoon, hospitality is at the heart of everything we do. Our family recipes, time-honored Middle Eastern influences, attention to detail, and commitment to quality come together to create an unforgettable dining experience—whether you’re joining us for a casual meal or a special night out. We welcome our community to gather, share, and enjoy food made with pride, passion, and a deep respect for our roots.

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Hours

Monday11:30 AM–10 PM
Tuesday11:30 AM–10 PM
Wednesday11:30 AM–10 PM
Thursday11:30 AM–10 PM
Friday11:30 AM–10 PM
Saturday11:30 AM–10 PM
Sunday11:30 AM–10 PM

Address and Contact Information

Address: 1106 Herndon Pkwy, Herndon, VA 20170

Phone: (703) 995-1844

Website: https://kanoonherndonva.com/

Menu Photos

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Reviews

Sayed Naweed
WOW. Hands down the best food I’ve ever had.

Everything was cooked to perfection — juicy, flavorful meats, perfectly seasoned rice, and amazing sauces. You can taste the quality and care in every bite. The portions were generous and the presentation was on point.

Huge shout-out to Wissam for the outstanding service — she was incredibly kind, attentive, and made the whole experience even better.

I’ll definitely be back. 10/10 highly recommend.
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Akmal Bek
Outstanding halal food! The smoked lamb, smoked chicken, and smoked beef were absolutely amazing—easily the best I’ve ever tried. The restaurant is spacious, cozy, and very welcoming, with easy parking, which is a big plus. Service was professional, friendly, and attentive. Great place to gather with friends or family. Kids friendly. Highly recommended and definitely worth a visit.
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Mariam Khan
We had a wonderful dining experience at Kanoon. We visited the restaurant twice with our family in just one week, and both times were exceptional. It’s rare to find a place that delivers both amazing food and outstanding customer service, but Kanoon truly does. On both visits, Wissam took care of us and provided exceptional service. Her warm, pleasant personality made our experience even more enjoyable and memorable. She is simply SUPERB!!! I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for GREAT food and an excellent overall dining experience!!
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Janine Westerdale
Nicely decorated with a welcoming, modern atmosphere. I ordered the chicken platter with Boom Sauce, and it was excellent—the chicken was flavorful, the rice was perfectly cooked, and the sauce tied everything together beautifully. The brisket was also very well done, smoked nicely with a great depth of flavor without being too heavy or overly sauced, which I really appreciated.

Overall, the food had a great balance of flavors and was very enjoyable. The only area that fell short was dessert—the knafeh and baklava didn’t quite live up to the rest of the meal. That said, the savory dishes and overall experience were strong, and I would definitely return.
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Tasfique Ahmed
For months I kept hearing friends rave about Kanoon’s food and honestly thought it might be overhyped — until I visited. Within an hour my opinion completely changed.

We ordered the mixed kebab grill and the smoked beef ribs. The lamb was incredibly juicy and tender, the beef kebab was packed with flavor, and the chicken kebab was excellent. But the true show-stopper was the beef ribs — absolutely outstanding.

The service matched the quality of the food. I tried to place an additional takeout order after closing time, and they let me know they would need to restart the oven. I told them not to go through the trouble, but they insisted I wait a few minutes — and while I waited, they even brought me a complimentary baklava. I was not expecting that level of hospitality.

It’s been a long time since I’ve experienced such great food and genuinely thoughtful service at a restaurant. Kanoon exceeded every expectation. If you’re craving mouthwatering Middle Eastern food, give them a try. Highly recommended.
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Hadeel Elhaj
We had such an amazing experience at Kanoon. Our waitress, Wissam, was incredibly attentive—anytime we needed anything, she was right there with the sweetest energy. She truly elevated our lunch experience and made it even better.

The atmosphere of the restaurant was perfect. It felt so authentically Palestinian, with warm Arab and Middle Eastern vibes, yet still inviting to people of all backgrounds. It’s one of those places where you instantly feel at home.

As you can see from the photos, the food presentation was gorgeous, and everything tasted even better than it looked. The meats were so juicy and tender—not a single bite was dry. Every dish we ordered was absolutely perfect.

We genuinely can’t wait to come back, and we’ll definitely be recommending Kanoon to all of our family and friends. And of course, make sure you ask for Wissam as your waitress. She made the whole experience memorable.

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Neim k
Amazing food and outstanding service! Kannon Restaurant truly impressed me. The smoked meat is the best in Virginia. Flavorful, tender, and perfectly cooked.

Our waitress, Wissam, was incredibly kind, attentive, and professional. She made us feel very welcome and took great care of us the entire time.

The portions are generous, the service is excellent, and the overall experience was fantastic. Highly recommend Kannon Restaurant if you love great smoked meat and warm hospitality
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Durra a
The service was amazing—Majd and Amir were super kind. Words aren’t enough to describe how delicious the food was; honestly, everything tasted incredible. The hummus and chicken kabsa with rice are a must-try—OMG, super yum! The kunafa was one of the best I’ve ever had, absolutely to die for, and the cake was another delightful surprise. Everything is halal.
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Noufeera Ashraf
Been on the list for a long time, and it absolutely lived up to the hype — hands down the best Mediterranean food in the DMV.

Wissam was incredibly attentive and made the experience even better. The meat was unbelievably juicy and tender. We loved the mixed grill, the chops, and especially the smoked ribs — they were literally melt-in-your-mouth.

Will definitely be going back!
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Vivian Poroj
Kanoon Smoked Meat Lovers is an absolute gem in Herndon! We came on a Friday night, and even though it was packed, the food came out quickly. We ordered the smoked short rib, and both my husband and my dad loved it. I had the smoked chicken with rice, which was incredibly flavorful, and even my picky-eating toddler devoured the chicken and rice.

The drinks were perfect — the fresh-squeezed carrot juice and mint lemonade weren’t overly sweet, which we really appreciated. I don’t think I’ve had bulgur wheat before, but it was delicious.

Our server, Rahma, did a great job explaining the dishes, and we actually went with her recommendations — she made the whole experience even better. We’ll definitely be back!
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